Comparison of Nikon 500mm f/4G IF-ED AF-S VR Nikkor and Sigma APO 300mm ƒ/2.8 EX DG HSM [S]ave
| Attribute |  Nikon 500mm f/4G IF-ED AF-S VR Nikkor × |  Sigma APO 300mm ƒ/2.8 EX DG HSM × |
|---|---|---|
| Notes | Image Stabilization | Available AF Mounts: [HSM version]: Sigma, Canon, Nikon; [w/o HSM]: Minolta, Pentax |
| Magnification Ratio (x) | 0.14 | 0.13 |
| Filter Size (mm) | 52 | 46 |
| Length (mm) | 391 | 214.5 |
| Closest Focus (m) | 4 | 2.5 |
| Diagonal Angle of View (degree) | 5.00 | 8.20 |
| Focus Details | Internal; Silent Wave Motor; M/A switch | Internal; HSM with full-time manual override |
| Focal Length (mm) | 500.00 | 300.00 |
| APS Equivalent | 750mm | 1.5x: 450mm; 1.6x: 480mm |
| Brand | Nikon | Sigma |
| Image Circle | 35mm | 35mm |
| Name | Nikon 500mm f/4G IF-ED AF-S VR Nikkor | Sigma APO 300mm ƒ/2.8 EX DG HSM |
| Weight (g) | 3880 | 2400 |
| Type | Telephoto Prime | Telephoto Prime |
| Aperture (f) | 4.00 - 22.00 | 2.80 - 32.00 |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Diaphragm Blades Type | rounded | - |
| Lens Construction | 14 elements in 11 groups, including 3 ED glass elements, one Nano Crystal Coat and one meniscus protective glass element | 11 elements in 9 groups, including 2 ELD elements |
| Zoom System | n/a | - |
| Diameter (mm) | 139.5 | 119 |
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